- Emergency Assistance: If you are experiencing an emergency and require immediate assistance or rescue, please call 911 before taking any other action.
- Information Sharing Only: This platform serves exclusively as an information channel. It is not a dispatch center, rescue group, or wellness check service. However, we can provide referrals to rescue groups and organizations that perform wellness checks.
- Avoid Using the “Quiet” Word: Kindly refrain from mentioning the word “Quiet” (the “Q” word) within the channel to maintain focus and avoid jinxing.
- Respect Privacy with Contact Requests: Do not send contact requests to others without first obtaining their explicit consent or approval.
- Content Restrictions: Please do not share pictures or links that depict damage or fatalities. Our aim is to focus on resources only to assist those in need.
- Verify Information Before Posting: Ensure all information you share is verified with reliable source links unless you have personally witnessed the event.
- Purpose of This Channel: This space is intended for individuals seeking help before, during, or after a disaster, as well as for those looking to provide assistance during such times.
- Limit Off-Topic Conversations: Please keep any non-relevant “chit-chat” to a minimum to maintain the channel’s effectiveness.
- Protect Personal Information: Do not share any personally identifiable information (PII) on this or any social media platform, including open Zello channels. PII includes, but is not limited to, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, last names, or Ham Radio call signs.
- Photo Sharing Requires Approval: All photos must receive moderator approval before they are made public. If your photo hasn’t posted and you haven’t been informed by a moderator about its disapproval and the reason why, please reach out to a moderator for clarification. You will always be provided with a reason if your photo is disapproved.
- No Fundraising Links: Please refrain from posting any fundraising links to maintain the channel’s focus on immediate disaster support and information sharing.